DK Illustrated Dictionary of Religions

Baker & TaylorA visual overview of world religion identifies, explains, and compares major religions around the world, featuring more than one thousand entries on religious concepts, major figures, key events, and beliefs

Book NewsText and a unique selection of photographs of places of worship, ceremonies, icons, and scriptures from around the world provide a visual guide to about 15 key world religions, from the beliefs of the ancient civilizations of Egypt and Greece to present-day living religions such as Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Organized chronologically, it begins with a short introduction that analyzes the nature of religion and looks at common themes, shared beliefs, conflicts, and benefits. The nine main sections each focus on a particular religion or religious tradition, with cross- references to facilitate comparisons. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

Baker & TaylorAn easy-to-follow, visual overview of world religion incorporates more than seven hundred full-color illustrations and a lucid text to identify, explain, and compare major religions around the world, featuring more than one thousand entries on religious concepts, major figures, key events, and beliefs.